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Game of the Year #1 - Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Arachnophilia
This year has been so stacked with brilliant games of all shapes and sizes, and so our number one Game of the Year slot was never a total certainty. As it so happened, the race for first place was incredibly close, with just one point in it, and the two games vying for victory couldn't be more different. Ultimately, though, the big,...
Game of the Year #2 - Baldur's Gate 3
A class act
For the many accolades Larian Studios' roleplaying epic, Baldur's Gate 3, has earned, the fact that it even exists is somehow still its most impressive accomplishment of all. Its predecessor, Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn, was released almost a quarter of a century ago and is still considered one of the all-time genre greats. Not only...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for January 2024?
Plus or minus?
Okay we'll admit, we came very close to typing '2023' in that headline. But no, your eyes aren't deceiving you — it's time to pass judgment on a whole new year of monthly PS Plus games! And to get us started, January's lineup is made up of three intriguing PS5 and PS4 titles. The headline act has to be the highly rated A Plague...
Game of the Year #4 - Alan Wake 2
It's a spiral, not a circle
It's kind of funny having a sequel to a 13-year-old game, that didn't initially launch on PlayStation, make its way into the upper half of our top 10 - but that's what happens when said game is Alan Wake 2. Remedy's long-awaited sequel completely blew us away, earning one of the few 10 out of 10 ratings on the site this...
Game of the Year #6 - Street Fighter 6
Fighting fit
Well, this worked out perfectly, didn’t it? We’ve reached the sixth position on our Game of the Year list, and we’ve reserved it for, well, Street Fighter 6. Brilliant! But yes, while we should have all learned not to bet against Capcom at this point, there was still a little scepticism surrounding the fighter heading into its...
Game of the Year #7 - Lies of P
Sweet little lies
Lies of P is one of 2023's most pleasant surprises. It's a twisted take on the classic tale of Pinnochio, incorporating elements made famous by FromSoftware's Dark Souls series. Korean newcomer Neowiz Games knocked it out of the park with its debut, delivering some competent competition and the closest thing to a Bloodborne...
Game of the Year #8 - Dead Space
They're coming outta the walls
Coming in at number eight is Dead Space. This full PS5 remake kicked off 2023 with its January release, and honestly, we haven't stopped thinking about it since. With The Callisto Protocol launching just a month prior and sharing a lot of the same DNA, EA Motive wiped our memory of Johnny Protocol as it thrust us into...
Game of the Year #9 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turgle
Unless they're making the same sort of leap in quality as Assassin's Creed II did, sequels often struggle to drum up the same sort of excitement their predecessors did. A known quantity going into a second game, it's a common criticism Respawn Entertainment managed to avoid in a follow-up that's bigger and better in every...
Insect inside
Cocoon is one of those games that's hard to talk about without spoiling things, but it absolutely deserves a spot in our Game of the Year rundown, so we're gonna have to try. Spearheaded by Playdead alumnus Jeppe Carlsen, this excellent puzzle game carries much of that Limbo/Inside energy — reason enough alone you should pay...
Poll Are You Playing God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla?
Free for all
God of War Ragnarok's free DLC is out now on PS5 and PS4. Adding a whole new component to Kratos' Game of the Year-worthy epic, Valhalla tasks players with battling through an increasingly dangerous gauntlet of opponents in roguelike fashion. For some, 'roguelike' is without a doubt a dirty term, but this expansion promises a personal...
Poll What's Your Most Anticipated PS5 Game of 2024?
Over 50 games to choose from
There's little doubt that 2023 has been an amazing year for new releases. We've had some absolute corkers over the last 12 months, but now it's time to start looking ahead to what is shaping up to be another huge year for PS5 gaming. As we keep repeating, the first few months of 2024 are madness. There are a ridiculous...
Poll What Was the Best PS5 Game Announcement or Reveal at The Game Awards 2023?
There's a lot to choose from
Well, going by our previous poll, most people enjoyed The Game Awards 2023 — and that's always a plus when we're asking for your opinions on the event's best PS5 showing! As it turns out, Geoff wasn't lying; this year's show was packed with announcements and reveals. In fact, there was so much stuff that we were still...
Poll Was The Game Awards 2023 Worth Watching?
Give a rating for Keighley's performance
Another yearly instalment of The Game Awards has been and gone, handing out recognition to some fantastic titles and announcing promising new ones alongside them. You'll find a full list of All The Game Awards 2023 Winners and What Was Announced at The Game Awards 2023 through the two links, so once you've...
Poll Are You Playing Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora?
Big blue
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has landed on PS5, offering up Ubisoft's open world take on the Avatar franchise. It's pretty much the last high profile release of 2023, and because of that, we're sure that a lot of people will be picking it up for the holidays. Are you one of them, though? We don't have an Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora review...
Poll This Is Your Last Chance to Vote for Our PS5, PS4 Game of the Year 2023
Help decide Push Square's GOTY
Well everyone, we're coming to the end of yet another year (if you can believe it!). 2023 is almost over, and that can only mean one thing: it's time to decide on the Push Square Game of the Year. Behind the scenes here on the site, we're busy collecting staff member votes and writing our own personal GOTY articles —...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Persona 5 Tactica?
Strategic scoring
The latest Persona 5 spin-off, Persona 5 Tactica, has been out on PS5 and PS4 for a week now, and you know what that means! That's right, we want to know what you think of the Phantom Thieves' new adventure, as the chibi-fied protagonists partake in some strategic battles. Although we're definitely growing a bit tired of Joker and...
News Baldur's Gate 3 Is a Lock for Game of the Year, According to Most PlayStation Fans
The one to beat at The Game Awards
Baldur's Gate 3 is most likely to be crowned Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023. That's according to everyone who voted in our recent poll, which asked one simple question: What do you think will win Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023? Just under 5,000 votes were cast, and Larian's immensely popular...
Talking Point Like Japanese Games? Early 2024 Is Going to Destroy You
Your wallet's already dead
We think 2024 is already shaping up to be another ridiculous year for gaming, but more specifically, early 2024 now looks utterly insane if you happen to enjoy Japanese games in particular. Now obviously, 'Japanese games' is an incredibly broad term, but Japanese publishers really do seem hellbent on releasing all of their...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for November 2023?
Plus or minus?
14 more games are coming to PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium next week, and we must admit, the selection seems rather scattershot. Generally speaking, previous Extra updates have included clear patterns. For example, there have been months where we've been given all the Yakuza games, or all the Star Ocean games, or all the...
Poll Are You Playing Persona 5 Tactica?
Strategically speaking
The Phantom Thieves are back yet again, only this time, they're testing their strategic skills in tactical RPG Persona 5 Tactica. Another spin-off based on the themes and characters of Atlus' seemingly eternal masterpiece, we want to know if you're sticking with Joker and the gang through their latest adventure. Honestly, we...
Poll What Will Win Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023?
There can only be one
Now that we know all of the nominees for The Game Awards 2023 — which takes place in just a few weeks at the time or writing — we can sit back and speculate over the event's big winners. As is the case every year, the Game of the Year award is the most talked about category — but which title do you think will walk away...
Jump in
Sony's dedicated remote play device, the PlayStation Portal — or PS Portal for short — is out now. The handheld system is designed to be a second screen for your PS5, which operates via an internet connection. It's fair to say that the Portal won't appeal to everyone, but for those who want to continue playing their PS5 games when the...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Like a Dragon Gaiden?
The glorious return of Kazuma Kiryu
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name has been out for a week now on PS5 and PS4. The intriguing return of Kazuma Kiryu seems to have gone down especially well with fans of SEGA's series, and so we're interested in knowing what you think of this shorter, arguably more focused Like a Dragon title. We...
Feature Celebrating 10 Years of PS4 with Our Favourite Games
The best of the best
The PS4 is officially ten years old. We've had a whole decade of Sony's last-gen console, and if you can believe it, games are still being released on the bloody thing. But we're not here to complain — we want to take this opportunity to celebrate a fantastic system. There's no doubt about it, the PS4 has an outstanding...
Poll Are You Buying a PS5 'Slim'?
Slimmer down
With the new PS5 model now available for purchase in the US — with other regions likely to follow in the very near future — we think it's time to ask whether you plan on picking up the PS5 'Slim'. For those who already own a PS5, this is probably an unnecessary expense. Aside from being a bit smaller and having slightly expanded...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Star Ocean The Second Story R?
Star crossed
Considered by many to be one of, if not the best game in the series, PS1 and PSP classic Star Ocean The Second Story was revived last week in a very well received fashion. Star Ocean The Second Story R is a remake of the beloved RPG, bringing modern sensibilities to an old school adventure. We awarded it a 'great' 8/10 in our rather...
Poll Is God of War Ragnarok Still One of Sony's Best Games, One Year Later?
Oh boy oh boy
Today marks the first anniversary of God of War Ragnarok. The PlayStation exclusive launched on the 9th November 2022, and was immediately met with glowing praise from many a player. Weeks before, it had received universally positive reviews from critics, with some calling it one of Sony's greatest ever first-party titles. At the...
Poll Are You Playing Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name?
Erase this
Out now on PS5 and PS4, Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name is yet another chapter in the (ongoing) saga of Kazuma Kiryu. Taking place before, during, and after the events of Yakuza: Like a Dragon, it's all about what uncle Kaz was up to as Ichiban and his party did battle with corrupt politicians. We really enjoyed this...
Poll Do You Think GTA 6 Will Release on PS4?
Please god no
Well, it's finally happening. The rumours can finally end, the rabid fans can finally know peace, and we can all just sit down and patiently await the Grand Theft Auto 6 reveal trailer, which has been confirmed to drop at some point in December. But now that Rockstar's massively anticipated project is about to step out from the...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for November 2023?
Plus or minus?
Another month has arrived and only now have we learned what PS5, PS4 games Sony is putting on PS Plus Essential for November 2023, with the titles set to go live on Tuesday. If you need a reminder of what will be on offer for subscribers, here's what you have to look forward to: Mafia II: Definitive Edition (PS4) | Review
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Alan Wake 2?
Living nightmare
One of the most well-received PS5 titles of the year, Alan Wake 2 has now been available on the PS Store for one week. In true Push Square fashion, that means it is time for you to share your own review score and allow us to place it in our lists of the Best PS5 Games. We awarded the game a very rare 10/10 score in our Alan Wake 2...
Poll Are You Playing Alan Wake 2?
Step into the light
It's been a long time coming, but Alan Wake 2 is actually here. The survival horror sequel promises a crazy level of cinematic quality, coupled with intense psychological scares. It's been getting some seriously impressive review scores, and much like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 did a week or so ago, it's stormed the ongoing Game of...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Marvel's Spider-Man 2?
Swing and a hit
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has been out on PS5 for about a week now, and so the time has come to pass definitive judgement on Sony's latest blockbuster (if you're actually ready to do so, that is). The sequel was met with a tidal wave of super positive reviews, quickly cementing its place amongst the highest rated games of 2023. And with...
Poll Do You Like Metal Gear Solid Delta's New Graphical Style?
Let's delta
Konami unveiled official in-engine footage of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater earlier this week, in a bid to show off the remake's technically impressive visuals. Crafted with Unreal Engine 5, this yet-to-be-dated revival is clearly hoping to wow in terms of graphics, but the reaction to said footage has been a little more divided...
Poll Are You Playing Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1?
The wait is over
Out now on PS5 and PS4, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 bundles together three iconic PlayStation titles. Many would say it's about damn time, but we want to know if you've been eagerly awaiting these fresh ports. While it's nice to finally have these classics on current consoles, the Master Collection's packaging is a...
Poll Spider-Man 2 PS5 Bugs are Apparently a Real Problem, But Have You Had Any?
Oh bugger
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has been out for a few days now on PS5. Sony's latest blockbuster has already enjoyed record-breaking sales and incredibly positive critic reviews — but there's a new topic of conversation unfolding around the superhero sequel. In short, there are a lot of people saying that the game
Poll Are You Playing Marvel's Spider-Man 2?
Great responsibility
Well, it's finally here. One of 2023's most anticipated — and highest rated — games is out now, exclusively on PS5, and we're willing to bet that most of you reading this will be swinging right into the fray over the weekend. Indeed, it's time for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and we're eager to hear all about your plans...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for October 2023?
Plus or minus?
A total of 15 PS5 and PS4 games are coming to PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium next week, and as per usual, we want to know if you're pleased with the selection. There's an undeniable Halloween-inspired tinge to Extra's batch this month, with titles like Alien Isolation,
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Assassin's Creed Mirage?
Blast from the past
Assassin's Creed has had a lot of ups and downs over the years, but Ubisoft will be hoping that Assassin's Creed Mirage helps steady the ship after an impacted development schedule, and ahead of future instalments like Assassin's Creed Red. Mirage is a return to the series' more traditional formula, with a focus on stealth-based...
Poll Are You Playing Honkai: Star Rail?
All aboard
Free-to-play colossus Honkai: Star Rail is out now on PS5 following a hugely successful stint on mobile devices. From HoYoverse, the developer behind Genshin Impact, the turn-based RPG is another free-to-play romp, so we want to know if you've been tempted into giving it a try. Our resident enthusiast (and closet weeb) Sammy Barker has...
Poll How's Your Hype for Marvel's Spider-Man 2?
Are your spidey senses tingling?
With the game just two weeks away at the time of writing this article, we want to know how your hype levels for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 are holding up. The PS5 exclusive is pretty much Sony's flagship game of 2023, and since we have no real information on what the next 12 months hold for PlayStation Studios, it does...
Poll Are You Playing Assassin's Creed Mirage?
That's no mirage
Assassin's Creed Mirage is out now on PS5 and PS4, and we want to know if you're partaking in Ubisoft's latest sandbox. A return to the gameplay structure of older Assassin's Creed games with a focus on stealth, rather straightforward objectives, and a much smaller map, Mirage is pretty much the title that some fans have been asking...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty?
Pogtown
It's been roughly one week since the launch of Phantom Liberty — the big expansion for Cyberpunk 2077. CD Projekt Red's RPG is in a better position than it ever has been: the DLC's been a hit with critics and fans, while the accompanying Update 2.0 has significantly improved the gameplay and flow of the base game. It feels like Night...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for October 2023?
Plus or minus?
Hold on, we're in October already?! If you've somehow avoided the avalanche of new releases over the last few months, you might be looking forward to the PS Plus Essential drop next week. As always, three PS5 and PS4 games are up for grabs, and the variety on offer is honestly quite crazy. The headline act has to be The Callisto...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Lies of P?
No lying, please
It feels like Lies of P has managed to stand out in an increasingly bloated subgenre. Souls-likes are everywhere these days, and developers know that they need to craft something pretty special if their project is to compare favourably to FromSoftware's elite action RPGs. South Korea's Round8 Studio should pat itself on the back,...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Mortal Kombat 1?
Prepare for kombat
Mortal Kombat 1 has been out for roughly a week now, and so we're wondering what you lot think of NetherRealm's latest effort. An undeniable looker boasting what many consider to be the most enjoyable gameplay that the series has seen in years, the especially gory fighting game seems to have been a hit with most fans — at least...
Poll Are You Playing Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty?
A trip to Dogtown
Cyberpunk 2077's first (and last) expansion is out now on PS5. Phantom Liberty adds a whole new storyline and district to CD Projekt Red's open world RPG, and the initial reception has been incredibly positive. Of course, it helps that the base game has been significantly improved with Update 2.0 — which dropped just five days...
Community Push Square Community's Best Game of All Time Has Been Decided
Best of the best
You may recall that, a couple of weeks ago, the Push Square readership narrowed down its Best Game of All Time knock-out tournament to two finalists. After whittling the games down in a series of one-on-one votes, it all came down to a pair of iconic PlayStation titles — Bloodborne and Final Fantasy VII. It was a case of old vs...
Poll Are You Playing Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.0?
Second (third?) chances
It's taken almost three years to get here, but we're confident in saying that Cyberpunk 2077 is now an excellent open world RPG. Update 2.0 just launched on PS5, and it makes a laundry list of improvements and adjustments to the game. Entire systems have been redone, combat has been refreshed, and overall, it just feels like...
Poll Are You Playing Lies of P?
It's apparently P good
Lies of P is out now on PS5 and PS4, and it already seems to have struck a chord with action afficionados. Thanks to an unsettling puppet-packed backdrop and some great combat encounters, this newest Souls-like stands out in an ocean of FromSoftware-inspired titles. "Lies of P feels like the result of a developer having...
